A college of creativity and innovation
At Taunton College, we combine academic prestige with industry-grade innovation. We are training the working professionals of tomorrow, in the heart of Somerset’s county town.
Whether you are aiming for a top university or a technical career, join a college where creativity, technical mastery, and academic excellence converge. Proudly a part of UCS College Group.
Why choose Taunton College?
Nursing students get immersive, hands-on medical experience with the NHS before they qualify.
Our £12mil Arts House is a dedicated art & design centre that rivals top tech and design schools.
We recently achieved a perfect 100% pass rate across our Health, Early Years, and Construction T Level courses.
Our Ofsted inspection found us to be Outstanding in every category, including student support.
Stay close, go far. UCS is not just an institution; it’s a community that supports, challenges, and inspires.
Types of study
School Leavers (16-19)
Start your future with T Levels, Technical & Professional qualifications or Apprenticeships at Taunton College. Get ready for university or a career with hands-on learning and expert guidance.
invested in our facilities over the last three years.
T Level pass rate for Nursing, Early Years and Construction students.
the first College in the UK to offer Nursing degrees.
Your future career starts here. We combine academic excellence with professional development, providing the aspirational environment you need to secure high-level apprenticeships or a place at a leading university.
Get your hands on your future. Explore our incredible campus, home to world-class courses in land-based studies alongside the cutting-edge technology of the National College for Nuclear & Clean Energy.
Your future, your choice. Strode is home to Somerset’s specialist A Level centre and they encourage students to be ambitious, aim high, and believe in themselves.